ladle
Translation
ladle
Examples
She used a ladle to serve the soup.
She used a ladle to serve the soup.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) a large, long-handled spoon for serving liquid Use a ladle for the punch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dipper, scoop, spoon
Etymology
From Old English 'hlædel', related to 'hladan' meaning 'to load'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a large spoon used to 'lade' or load soup into a bowl.